John Swett Papers, 1853-1913

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John Swett Papers, 1853-1913

http://www.oac.cdlib.org/ark:/13030/tf5z09n890

Letters, primarily from other educators and publishers; biographical sketches and memorial tributes; personalia; ms. of his Public Education in California; royalty statements and publishing contracts; appointment certificates; scrapbooks relating to his family (with photographs) and to his professional activities.

Number of containers: 2 cartons, 1 oversize folder; Linear ft.: 5

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Bancroft Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6665138

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Swett, John, 1830-1913

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Educator, California's first Superintendent of Schools. Sailed around Horn to California (1852-1853). Letters describe experiences of voyage and first impressions of San Francisco. Singled out for special mention are Chinese, prostitutes, scenery and schools. Collection includes information about Swett, probably inserted by his granddaughter, Margaret Plummer, and a painting of "SS Revere" on which Swett sailed. From the description of John Swett letters, 1852-1853. (University of th...